Ostomy

A patient describes recovering from severe Crohn’s-related malnutrition and living with an ileostomy, then regaining weight and muscle after reversal—topics many people with IBD face. The story highlights practical...

Personal recovery stories can offer hope and practical ideas for people with Crohn’s who are dealing with malnutrition, body-image issues, ostomy surgery, or post-surgical recovery.

Personal stories like this show how surgery, nutrition, and tailored exercise can help someone with Crohn’s rebuild strength, body weight, and confidence. They can offer practical ideas and emotional encouragement to...

Firsthand accounts show the real-life impact of ulcerative colitis on daily life, schooling, and mental health. Stories about surgery and ostomy reversal can help reduce stigma and highlight the importance of peer...

Perianal Crohn’s disease causes major symptoms and affects long-term outcomes; understanding surgical options and the role of combined medical–surgical care can help patients and clinicians plan treatment. The review...

Persistent bowel symptoms can signal a range of conditions, including rare cancers; prompt evaluation helps ensure appropriate diagnosis and treatment. The story highlights symptom overlap between Crohn’s disease and...

The study shows pouchitis is a frequent postoperative problem in children after RPC‑IPAA and that many will still require advanced IBD medications, so surgery may not end medical therapy needs.

First-person stories show the real-life impact of Crohn’s: unpredictable flares, surgeries (including ileostomy), and long recovery can affect education, work, and mental health. Hearing recovery and remission are...

Short-term mental health problems (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) appear more common after ostomy creation than after nonostomy IBD surgery among biologic-treated adults. Awareness may help patients and...

Surgical care for Crohn’s disease affects many patients with complicated disease. The study suggests modern practice increasingly uses laparoscopic approaches and sees fewer emergency surgeries and stomas, which can mean...

If surgeons can safely perform a primary bowel reconnection when they encounter an intra-abdominal abscess during Crohn surgery, some patients may avoid a temporary stoma and its associated morbidity.

Understanding which patients are at higher risk for serious complications after IBD surgery can help patients and clinicians weigh risks, plan preoperative optimization, and guide research into preventive strategies.

Stoma creation and whether it can later be closed greatly affects daily life and planning for people with Crohn's disease.

People with ulcerative colitis who have had colectomy can rarely develop inflammation of the small intestine and high-output stomas that are hard to control.

The story shows that emergency surgery and coordinated specialist care can treat life‑threatening Crohn’s complications and help patients regain daily activities. It highlights the role of reconstructive surgery and...

Stories about intimacy and stomas address a common but often private challenge for people with IBD: how surgery and stoma bags affect relationships and self-image. Hearing real experiences can reduce shame and point to...

Reducing long-term corticosteroid use matters because steroids have significant side effects when used repeatedly or chronically. The study suggests ileocaecal resection may lower steroid exposure for many patients, but...

Stomach cramps are a common and often painful part of Crohn’s disease that can signal active inflammation or complications. Understanding causes and management options helps people with Crohn’s recognize when to seek...

People (especially women) with recurrent stomach pain, persistent nausea, or bleeding can be misdiagnosed with IBS when they have inflammatory bowel disease like Crohn’s. Early recognition can prevent complications that...

A predictive model for temporary stoma could influence surgical planning for people with Crohn’s disease, helping tailor decisions and expectations around intestinal resection.

A real-life story about living with Crohn’s, an ileostomy, and later having reversal surgery may be emotionally relevant and practically informative for people facing similar choices. It shows one path to regaining...

If your Crohn’s gets worse, your care plan may change — from new medicines to nutritional support or surgery — and this article summarizes common steps doctors take to prevent complications and control inflammation.